The Glasgow Tellyfest Show

Claire

The Glasgow Tellyfest Show sees leading figures from Scottish arts pick their favourite One Minute Pilots — championing original series ideas and authentic Scottish voices.

Episodes

  1. 15 Feb

    Gayle Telfer Stevens & Sean McDonald

    For the third and final of our mini pilot season, I got to chat to the brilliant Sean McDonald of the Blethered Podcast, and actor and writer Gayle Telfer Stevens. We delved into the writing process, life as a creative and of course the current crop of One Minute Pilots! Takeaways Authenticity in storytellingThe role of vulnerability in writing and acting Short-form content is evolving to capture audience attention and engagement.Creators should focus on authenticity and creative expression rather than conforming to industry expectations. Chapters 00:00 Creating Opportunities in the Creative Industry08:00 Script Writing and Emotional Authenticity14:04 Craft and Authenticity in Filmmaking20:56 Balancing Vulnerability and Humor in Writing26:05 Overcoming Rejection and Waiting for Opportunities32:06 Emotional Authenticity in Scottish Films01:09:30 Flipping the Industry Paradigm

  2. 9 Feb

    Denise Mina & Sanjeev Kohli

    For our second episode, I got to chat with the amazing Sanjeev Kohli and one of my favourite authors Denise Mina. We discussed authenticity in storytelling, the importance of creating a sense of place that resonates, and of course our One Minute Pilots. Hope you enjoy it! Takeaways Authenticity is a powerful force in storytelling, transcending cultural boundariesThe democratization of storytelling through technology and grassroots initiatives is reshaping the creative landscape The importance of collaboration in artistic developmentThe significance of authentic storytelling and representation in the industry Chapters 00:00 Authentic Scottish Storytelling06:06 Cultural Traditions and Storytelling11:49 Diversity in Scottish Culture17:52 The Evolution of Storytelling24:50 The Art of Reframing30:04 Scottish Stories on Screen36:21 The Impact of Authenticity and Representation in Storytelling

  3. 1 Feb

    Laura Boyd & Colin McCredie

    The very first episode of the GTF Show features STV's Laura Boyd and iconic Scottish actor Colin McCredie. We discuss what makes authentic Scottish film and TV, the Scottish stories we'd love to see on our screens, and of course chat about the current crop of One Minute Pilots. Watch the One Minute Pilots and have your own say here: https://www.youtube.com/@GlasgowTellyfestOneMinutePilot Chapters 00:00 TV Pilots and Changing Landscape19:51 Exploring Scottish Communities and Settings25:23 The Appeal of Different Genres and Themes32:36 The Potential for a Scottish Music Drama or Film

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The Glasgow Tellyfest Show sees leading figures from Scottish arts pick their favourite One Minute Pilots — championing original series ideas and authentic Scottish voices.

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